Legal Battle Over 18% GST on Air Purifiers in Delhi HC
Delhi High Court deliberates if air purifiers are luxury goods or medical necessity. Experts debate GST, Right to Life, and regulatory hurdles. Will toxic air force a tax rethink?
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Karnataka Governor Returns SC Internal Reservation Bill
Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot returns Karnataka's internal reservation bill, seeking clarification. The move stalls Congress's social justice push and follows petitions calling the quotas 'unscientific'.
Karnataka Governor returns SC quota bill, seeks clarifications
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has sent back the SC sub-classification bill to the state government, requesting further details. The move delays a key internal reservation policy.
Centre tells HC: Classifying air purifiers as medical devices will restrict market
The Centre opposes a PIL to classify air purifiers as medical devices for a lower 5% GST, arguing it will increase compliance and restrict supply. The Delhi High Court urges rate reconsideration amid pollution.
Karnataka to classify 41,849 water bodies for clarity
Minister N S Boseraju directs officials to survey and classify Karnataka's 41,849 water bodies to resolve ownership and status confusion. A crucial step for water resource management.
Telangana HC displeased with HYDRAA in lake encroachment case
Telangana High Court expressed strong displeasure at HYDRAA officials for failing to assist in a case involving alleged encroachment of Durgam Cheruvu lake land by BRS MLA. The judge recused himself from the hearing.
Insurance Sector Eyes Stability After Eventful 2025
India's insurance sector, after a year of major reforms like Bima Sugam and GST exemption, looks to 2026 for stability and growth. Experts predict health insurance will lead the charge.
Jana Nayagan Cleared in UK, India Release Delayed
The film 'Jana Nayagan' receives a 15 rating from UK censors, but its Indian release on January 9 is uncertain due to pending CBFC certification. Details on the court case and overseas clearance.
Govt Brings AI Cancer Detection Software Under Regulation
India's CDSCO now regulates AI-based cancer detection software as Class C medical devices, requiring approval and safety validation. Experts call the move timely for patient safety. #Healthcare #AI #India
Uttarakhand HC Quashes Sugam-Durgam Transfer Classification
Uttarakhand High Court deems the state's 'sugam' and 'durgam' area classification for transfers arbitrary. The court warns officials against violating its orders. Read the full story.
5-acre lake encroachment cleared by HYDRA in Hyderabad
Hyderabad's HYDRA agency removed 5 acres of illegal parking encroachments from Durgam Cheruvu lake, reclaiming land generating Rs 50 lakh monthly rent. Action follows complaints about the lake's shrinking area.
Sewage Crisis Plagues Hyderabad's Durgam Cheruvu Lake
Two years after a Telangana High Court order, untreated sewage continues to flow into Hyderabad's Durgam Cheruvu, causing severe pollution and health hazards. Locals demand action.
Bombay HC relief to Anil Ambani in bank fraud case
Bombay High Court grants interim relief to Anil Ambani, stays actions by three banks over declaring RCom accounts fraudulent, citing illegal forensic report. Details inside.
DLC Guide Mumbai 2025 Strengthens India's Hospitality Rating
The second edition of the DLC Guide Mumbai 2025 concluded, reinforcing India's first global hospitality rating system. Discover how this initiative elevates standards.
PIL in Delhi HC: Reclassify Air Purifiers as Medical Devices
A PIL before Delhi High Court challenges 18% GST on air purifiers, calling them a necessity, not luxury. It seeks reclassification as medical devices to slash tax to 5% for public health.
Hyderabad's Durgam Cheruvu Bridge Dark for 6 Months
Hyderabad's key Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge has been without lights for six months, creating a major safety hazard for thousands of tech commuters. Authorities cite lapsed maintenance contract.
Karnataka Passes SC Internal Reservation Bill
Karnataka Assembly passes SC sub-classification bill, dividing 17% quota among 101 communities. The move lifts a freeze on government appointments and fulfills a Congress poll promise. Read the full story.
Karnataka tables Bill for 6-6-5 SC internal reservation
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
Ex-CJI Gavai defends SC creamy layer verdict, questions critics
Retired CJI Bhushan Gavai addresses criticism of the Supreme Court's verdict extending creamy layer to SCs. He asks if the same yardstick applies to a CJI's son and a labourer's child. Read his full defence.
Sebi classifies REIT investments as equity from 2026
Sebi announces REIT investments by mutual funds will be treated as equity instruments from January 2026, boosting market participation. Learn what this means for investors.
SEBI: REIT Investments to be Treated as Equity from 2026
SEBI announces REIT investments will be classified as equity starting April 2026, boosting transparency and investor confidence in real estate trusts. Learn what this means for your portfolio.
REITs to be Treated as Equity from January 2026
Sebi reclassifies REITs as equity instruments starting 2026, exempting existing investments. Move aims to deepen markets and align with global norms while boosting demand.
Linnaeus vs Buffon: Scientific Rivalry That Shaped Biology
Explore the untold story of how Carl Linnaeus and Comte de Buffon's competing ideologies shaped modern science and racism. Discover why Buffon's evolutionary ideas were suppressed for centuries.
IMF Lauds India's Strong Economic Performance
IMF applauds India's 7.8% growth in FY26's first quarter, endorsing RBI's monetary policy while recommending accelerated structural reforms for sustained development.
Germany Classifies Date Rape Drugs as Weapons
Germany's justice ministry reclassifies date rape drugs as weapons in criminal trials, strengthening prosecution of sexual assault cases. Learn how this legal change protects victims.
Chennai Massager Dispute Shows Flaws in Trade Classification
A viral customs dispute over massagers reveals how outdated global classification systems struggle with modern products. Learn why the Harmonized System needs urgent reform.
HC directs Punjab to decide on wrongly classified forest land
In a significant ruling, Punjab & Haryana High Court has directed the Punjab government to decide within 3 months on a Mohali man's plea regarding his residential land incorrectly classified as forest area since 1996.
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